When a Social Psychologist Discusses Individual Differences, She Is Discussing

question 150

Multiple Choice

When a social psychologist discusses individual differences, she is discussing __________.

• A) genetic variation
• B) differences in how people respond in different situations
• C) aspects of personality that make people differ from one another
• D) differences within a person in how to behave publicly versus privately

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Definitions:

Leptin

A hormone produced by adipose cells that helps to regulate energy balance by inhibiting hunger, which in turn diminishes fat storage in adipocytes.

Genetics

The branch of biology that studies the inheritance of physical and behavioral characteristics of an organism as determined by the genes.

Moderate Activity

Moderate Activity refers to physical exercises or movements that raise the heart rate to a level that is not too low nor too high, contributing to cardiovascular health and fitness without excessive stress.

William James

A pioneering American psychologist and philosopher known for his foundational contributions to psychology and pragmatism.